SANTA CRUZ — The annual Twisted Tasting is 7-9 p.m. Feb. 8, at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium. If you buy one of the first 100 tickets, you get early VIP access at 6 p.m. Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing and the Arts Council of Santa Cruz County are presenting the event, where brewers, cider makers and distillers showcase unique, experimental, and “twisted” creations. Purchase tickets for $91.50 (including service charge); this includes a souvenir tasting glass, beer, cider, cocktails and food pairings. Local drink makers include Discretion Brewing, Shanty Shack Brewing, Sante Adairius Rustic Ales, Elkhorn Slough Brewing, Venus Spirits and Fruition Brewing. Food artisans include The Kitchen at Discretion, Bruxo Food Truck, Burn Hot Sauce and Hanloh Thai. A portion of event proceeds will be donated to the Arts Council. Visit twistedtasting.com.